Math Teacher, South County Academy
About The Position
Responsible for delivering engaging mathematics instruction focused on problem-solving skills, mathematical reasoning and real world application to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards. Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and professional guidance to students in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. This is a full-time (32 hours a week), 185 day position. The hours are 8:30AM-3:00PM.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Teaching or Education
- RI certification as Teacher of regular or special education
- Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
- Ability to lift up to 20lbs
- Provide emergency coverage; ratio to the programs as needed.
- Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary.
- Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must
- Ability to work independently and part of a team
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 years teaching experience preferred
- Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges
- Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
- Spanish Speaking preferred and is compensated
- Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
- Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.
- Candidates with a master’s degree will receive an additional $3,000.
Responsibilities
- Delivering engaging mathematics instruction focused on problem-solving skills, mathematical reasoning and real world application to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting.
- Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards.
- Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and professional guidance to students in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families.
Benefits
- FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
